Opening Night
3 Episodes, 8 Southern Artists, 1 Historical Stage!
The Opening Night Virtual Concert Series is a showcase of upcoming southern artists of all genres. Madison’s own Jeffrey Vernon welcomes 8 unique artists to perform in the beautiful historic Madison-Morgan Cultural Center and interview these artists he’s come to know through his experience working in the music industry. This event is a modern, high quality, intimate video concert experience like none you have ever seen.
All Episodes now available!
Episode 1: Justin Huff, Campbell Harrison, and Jeffrey Vernon
The first episode features Madison’s own Justin Huff, Campbell Harrison, and Jeffrey Vernon. Justin is a true country artist. He works and lives and plays his music right here in Georgia. Campbell was raised in Madison, and he has now moved up to Nashville, where he writes, records and performs as he chases his dreams. Jeffrey is here in Madison producing, writing, reading and gardening.
Episode 2: Common Currents & Underground Springhouse
The second episode features two Athens, GA, based ensembles Common Currents and Underground Springhouse. Common Currents is a folk style duo with very complex beautiful songs and harmonies. Lizzy and Mary Margaret are UGA Music students who bring their unique voices together to uplift all who hear them. Underground Springhouse is a six person band that is fun, funky, groovy and all about the good vibes. Front man Charlie Haas leads the audience through the bands amazing musical journeys with his uniquely pure and strong voice.
Episode 3: Annie Leeth, Andrew Blooms, and String Quartet featuring: Kevin Day, Will Ruff, Jordi Lara & Annie Leeth
The third episode features Annie Leeth, Andrew Blooms, and a string quartet; Kevin Day, Will Ruff, Jordi Lara and Annie Leeth. The quartet will perform a movement of Josef Rheinberger’s Klavier quartet Op. 38: In addition to the quartet, Songwriter/Producers Annie Leeth and Andrew Blooms will take the audience on a journey of beautiful original pieces using classical instruments with a modern twist.
